'Being different doesn't make me less human!'
Monday, June 12, 2023 | 90 Views |
Yes, we come in different sizes, shapes, and skin colours, but we are all human and we deserve fair and equal treatment.
Albinism is a genetic condition and that does not make people living with albinism less human. They may look different, but that does not give anyone the right to make their lives difficult based on their looks! Over the weekend Mascom collaborated with Ponong Optometrists, Phuthego ya ga Jehova Church, and Ditsele Albinism Trust to donate spectacles and skin care to people living with albinism.
It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...